Reporter, Kansas Reflector

Join Kansas Reflector and give readers hard-hitting government coverage that connects state policy to Kansans’ lives. Join an award-winning newsroom that is dedicated to serving as a government watchdog. Kansas Reflector covers politics, policy and other stories of statewide interest. We want a reporter who can provide important information to readers about elected officials, how public money is spent, and the ways that policy decisions affect Kansans’ lives. Based in Topeka, this reporter will cover the Legislature, governor’s office, state agencies, the state’s federal delegation, 2022 elections and other assignments. The reporter will produce daily and enterprise stories, take photos, and share content on social media. The ideal candidate will know how to track trending topics and hold officials accountable through deep source building and public records requests. The reporting will take readers beyond press releases, providing a deeper understanding of the issues.